Beetroot and bramley soup. Photograph: Franck Allais and Ed Johns for the Guardian

This hearty soup does the warming and tasty thing that all winter soups should do. It has the perfect colour to brighten up winter days, and with such vibrancy also comes a whack of antioxidants. Pour in a vacuum flask for a lunchtime treat, and save the rest for later – the leftovers last for 3–4 days in the fridge.